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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 640 independent living communities in CA using CA Dept. of Social Services (CDSS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in CA
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Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Visits or investigations linked to complaints, as counted in the state record (may differ from routine annual surveys).
Count of California state "Type A" citations — the state's most serious citation category (immediate or serious harm to residents), from California state inspection data.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Reported or derived occupancy for the facility—typically how fully licensed capacity is utilized. Compare across peers in the same market.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Cypress Court
IL
AL
Escondido (Central Escondido)
293
Facility 293
CA AVG 168
Rank #44 / 409
No
72
Facility 72
CA AVG 59
Rank #230 / 638
B13
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 13
Rank #111 / 391
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 398
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 15
Rank #50 / 402
51.2%
Facility 51.2%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #315 / 361
Krc Escondido, LP And Northstar Senior Living, IncStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Redwood City
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Redwood City (Redwood Oaks)
130
Facility 130
CA AVG 168
Rank #235 / 409
Yes
90
Facility 90
CA AVG 59
Rank #61 / 638
A-27
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #268 / 391
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #118 / 398
37
Facility 37
CA AVG 15
Rank #22 / 402
47.7%
Facility 47.7%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #329 / 361
Blc-Woodside Terrace LPStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Palm Desert
IL
AL
RC
Palm Desert
154
Facility 154
CA AVG 168
Rank #171 / 409
Yes
62
Facility 62
CA AVG 59
Rank #314 / 638
A17
13
Facility 13
CA AVG 13
Rank #232 / 391
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 398
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 15
Rank #50 / 402
43.5%
Facility 43.5%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #344 / 361
Wg Palm Desert Inc And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / 1 Bed
Auburn Ravine Terrace
IL
Auburn
25
Facility 25
CA AVG 168
Rank #385 / 409
Yes
63
Facility 63
CA AVG 59
Rank #305 / 638
A+5
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 391
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 398
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 15
Rank #387 / 402
72.0%
Facility 72.0%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #191 / 361
Glockston Alf LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atterdag Village of Solvang
IL
AL
MC
Solvang
188
Facility 188
CA AVG 168
Rank #107 / 409
No
91
Facility 91
CA AVG 59
Rank #56 / 638
A+8
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 13
Rank #1 / 391
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 398
-
82.4%
Facility 82.4%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #99 / 361
Solvang Lutheran Home, Inc-
The Village At Sherman Oaks
IL
AL
MC
Sherman Oaks
179
Facility 179
CA AVG 168
Rank #126 / 409
Yes
82
Facility 82
CA AVG 59
Rank #122 / 638
B+33
16
Facility 16
CA AVG 13
Rank #268 / 391
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #185 / 398
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 15
Rank #192 / 402
93.9%
Facility 93.9%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #28 / 361
Sherman Oaks Subtenant LLC And Srg Management LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Village at Northridge
IL
AL
MC
Los Angeles (Northridge)
194
Facility 194
CA AVG 168
Rank #105 / 409
Yes
61
Facility 61
CA AVG 59
Rank #319 / 638
B+27
15
Facility 15
CA AVG 13
Rank #258 / 391
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #118 / 398
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 15
Rank #192 / 402
89.7%
Facility 89.7%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #47 / 361
Northridge Subtenant LLC And Srg Management LLC1 Bed / 2 Bed
Huntington Terrace North Senior Apartments
IL
Huntington Beach (Garfield)
185
Facility 185
CA AVG 168
Rank #111 / 409
Yes
80
Facility 80
CA AVG 59
Rank #145 / 638
A-30
20
Facility 20
CA AVG 13
Rank #300 / 391
2
Facility 2
CA AVG 3
Rank #185 / 398
11
Facility 11
CA AVG 15
Rank #192 / 402
93.5%
Facility 93.5%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #31 / 361
S-H Huntington Terrace Opco And Msl Community Mgt LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill
IL
AL
San Diego (Bankers Hill)
100
Facility 100
CA AVG 168
Rank #286 / 409
Yes
89
Facility 89
CA AVG 59
Rank #71 / 638
A-14
6
Facility 6
CA AVG 13
Rank #124 / 391
1
Facility 1
CA AVG 3
Rank #118 / 398
5
Facility 5
CA AVG 15
Rank #322 / 402
83.0%
Facility 83.0%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #96 / 361
Mg At Bankers Hill, LP And Shi-IV Merrill Gp, LLCStudio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria Del Rey
IL
AL
MC
RC
Rancho Cucamonga (Alta Loma)
145
Facility 145
CA AVG 168
Rank #198 / 409
Yes
65
Facility 65
CA AVG 59
Rank #286 / 638
A-22
14
Facility 14
CA AVG 13
Rank #247 / 391
0
Facility 0
CA AVG 3
Rank #1 / 398
30
Facility 30
CA AVG 15
Rank #60 / 402
57.2%
Facility 57.2%
CA AVG 71.7%
Rank #290 / 361
Wg Del Rey Sh LP And Atria Management Co LLCStudio / Suite / 1 Bed

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Overview of Cypress Court

Discover an extraordinary stay with the Cypress Court located in Escondido, CA. This multi-awarded senior living community provides independent living and assisted living. Apart from having a pleasant climate, this community is accessible to nearby places for shopping, entertainment, theaters, and many more. This community values the trust of its customers the most which they treat as a day-to-day honor and reminder to render their best services. Spacious and comfortable accommodations with full kitchens and a patio or balcony are available for its residents. With its highly skilled and dedicated team, the community offers a holistic approach to its fully packed social activities wherein residents can find a balance along the way.

The community is committed to providing exceptional amenities and services including intimate and lovely dining with delightful meals, regular housekeeping and linen services, and transportation and personal chauffeur services. Meet new friends and build lasting relationships in this beautiful place. At the Cypress Court, seniors are assured of a retirement worth remembering.

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Overview of Brookdale Redwood City

Settling in the tranquil Redwood City, California, Brookdale Redwood City is a welcoming senior living community offering independent living and assisted living. With 24/7 care and assistance from a well-trained and compassionate team, the community ensures the comfort and safety of its residents. Moreover, Brookdale Redwood City offers various floor plans, including spacious studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments designed to give residents a comfortable and welcoming living environment.

Brookdale Redwood City is a luxurious community that delivers person-focused care to ensure its residents are well-respected and receive the proper care they need. The community features resort-style amenities, including hearty meals served in elegant dining spaces and a personal solutions program for personal items delivery. Fostering meaningful connections among the community and its residents, Brookdale Redwood City conducts specialized programs and fulfilling recreational activities for their enjoyment and leisure. Amenities include a well-equipped fitness center, an indoor pool, a well-stocked library, a beauty/barbershop, and cozy guest rooms.

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Atria Palm Desert

44-300 San Pascual Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Overview of Atria Palm Desert

Indulge in the beauty of Atria Palm Desert, a paradisal senior living community located at San Pascual Avenue, Palm Desert, CA providing assisted living and independent living. With the seniors’ welfare in mind, the community features well-designed floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments with balconies, kitchenettes, walk-in closets, and housekeeping services. The community forges meaningful connections with trusted partners to ensure that seniors receive better care plans featuring occupational, physical, and speech therapies.

Atria Palm Desert fosters a warm and welcoming environment, conducting exciting and engaging activities and programs. The community ensures a maintenance-free lifestyle, providing care and assistance 24/7. Prioritizing its residents’ dietary needs and preferences, the community serves different meal options including vegetarian options alongside three chef-prepared healthy meals daily. The pet-friendly community includes a library, a fitness center, a salon and spa, a cognitive learning center, an outdoor dining space and grill, a resident garden, a courtyard, a hot tub, and an outdoor swimming pool for the seniors’ leisure and wellness.

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Overview of Auburn Ravine Terrace

Auburn Ravine Terrace is a top-rated 55+ independent living community in Auburn, CA, that has thoughtfully furnished one- and two-bedroom apartments. Prioritizing older adults’ comfort and safety, the community continuously promotes a lively and welcoming environment with its resort-style amenities. With on-site management, maintenance, and concierge services, residents can maintain their independence with ease. The community strives to enrich residents’ living experiences by combining modern convenience and stunning scenery.

Light exercises and themed events provide residents with more opportunities to interact with friends and maintain an active lifestyle. A library, a spacious courtyard, and a business center are among the communal amenities that residents can use for recreation and wellness. Overlooking the majestic Sierra Nevada foothills with bus stops and local amenities nearby, residents can relax and have easy access to their needs. As one of the trusted choices for senior living in California, this independent living community ensures older adults can thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Atterdag Village of Solvang

Atterdag Village of Solvang offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care in Solvang, California. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having all three care levels in one community can suit a resident whose needs may grow over time without requiring a move to a different community.

The community has 188 beds. Residents live alongside a larger number of residents and staff than they would in a smaller community. Atterdag Village of Solvang opened in 1968. Chris Parker serves as the administrator, and Solvang Lutheran Home operates the community.

Atterdag at Home delivers hot, nutritious meals through a volunteer based Meals on Wheels program to low income and homebound seniors. Prepared meals are available to people who may not be able to shop or cook independently. A Walk Score of 91 out of 100 places the area in a walker’s paradise band, meaning daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Overview of The Village at Sherman Oaks

Experience an exceptional stay with The Village at Sherman Oaks, located in Sherman Oaks, California. This elegant senior living community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care services. The community is dedicated to elevating a next level of senior living. Spacious, cozy, and pet-friendly accommodations are available for a resort-style stay. In terms of memory care, it offers the Enliven Memory Care which is built on the foundation of love and is patient-centered providing creative and engaging experiences.

With its top-tier amenities and services, residents can enjoy zestfit group classes, book and walking clubs, wine tastings, ping pong instruments, chef-led interactive cooking demos, lifelong learning seminars, concerts and social happy hours, gardening classes, and philanthropic opportunities. At the Village of Sherman Oaks, seniors are guaranteed an experience worth remembering.

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Overview of The Village at Northridge

Nearly 200 beds, a decade-plus of operating history, and an amenity list that reads more like a resort than a typical assisted living community: The Village at Northridge sits at 9222 Corbin Ave in Los Angeles’s Northridge neighborhood, covering both assisted living and independent living in a mid-rise building with one- and two-bedroom units.

A swimming pool, a spa, fitness centers, a library, beauty services, and recreational programming all show up alongside standard transportation and dining services. Room sizes vary to fit different needs, meal planning stays flexible rather than locked into a single menu, and the community welcomes pets, a detail that matters for residents who don’t want to leave a companion animal behind.

Getting around the surrounding area works reasonably well, too. A Walk Score of 61 puts the neighborhood in the moderately walkable range, enough for some errands on foot without eliminating the need for a car on others.

Occupancy currently sits at 90 percent across the community’s 194 beds, a strong number that speaks to sustained demand. Thomas Rekowski administers the property, with Northridge Subtenant LLC and SRG Management LLC operating it. State inspections in California have tended to focus on care planning and documentation, along with fall and injury prevention.

The Village at Northridge combines a wide amenity list, flexible living arrangements, and strong occupancy, the kind of facility that tends to draw residents looking for a full-service community with room to make it their own.

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Overview of Huntington Terrace North Senior Apartments

Experience the retirement of your dreams at Huntington Terrace North Senior Apartments, a distinguished 55+ community in Huntington Beach, CA, that offers independent living. Beautifully furnished and cozy studio to two-bedroom floor plans are available in a bright and friendly environment, dedicated to residents’ comfort and safety. Residents maintain their independence without the busy work, with on-site maintenance, management, and laundry spaces.

Here, residents will surely make new friends and enjoy the best of their golden years. Residents spend their days as they please with a variety of specially designed amenities, including a clubhouse, a fitness center, a media room, a spa, a hot tub, a library, and beautifully designed community gardens. The community is ideal for those looking to downsize in retirement without hassles.

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Overview of Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill

Merrill Gardens at Bankers Hill offers assisted living and independent living in the Bankers Hill neighborhood of San Diego, CA. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication, while independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Having both care levels on one campus may suit a resident whose needs grow over time without requiring a move to another community.

The community has 100 beds and offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. A studio provides a single private space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The starting price is $6,900, but the available facts do not assign that figure to assisted living or independent living, so it is not a care-specific monthly rate.

A Walk Score of 89 places the area in the very walkable category, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Pets are allowed, and a fitness area gives residents a place to exercise on site. David Tamo serves as the administrator.

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Atria Del Rey

8825 Base Line Rd, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Overview of Atria Del Rey

Atria Del Rey is a beautifully maintained, pet-friendly senior living community in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. The community provides memory care, assisted living, and independent living services, guaranteeing a thorough level of care catered to the requirements of its residents. The committed team offers round-the-clock support, including emergency alarm systems, concierge services, and regular social, cultural, educational, and physical activity schedules.

To provide its residents with a lively and satisfying environment, Atria Del Rey features excellent amenities, such as a salon, library, putting green, and fitness center. Residents can also enjoy walking trails, a game area, an outdoor grilling courtyard, off-site pool rights, and private dining are all available to residents. Furthermore, Wi-Fi is available throughout the community, as well as housekeeping and linen service, scheduled transportation, and on-site worship services.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Independent Living in California at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 59/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in California. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 168The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in California. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in California

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 640 independent living communities in California. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in California?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in California, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in California?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.